Description
Flavorful Cheesy Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake is a comforting weeknight dish that combines succulent shrimp, creamy cheese, and al dente pasta. Infused with aromatic garlic and zesty lemon juice, this baked pasta is not only easy to prepare but also makes for an impressive family meal or gathering dish. Perfect as leftovers, it promises to tantalize your taste buds and become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, then add shrimp and cook until pink (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth. Fold in cooked pasta and sautéed shrimp until well coated.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg